Introduces kids to plate tectonics and the tumultuous forces brewing beneath the Earth's surface that result in massive volcanoes and earth-shattering earthquakes. Includes over 100 photos and pictures, field notes, quizzes, and an interactive glossary --

Introduces volcanoes, describing how they form, why they erupt, and some of the most explosive eruptions throughout history.

"Find out about the different types of volcanoes and how they form. Learn how scientists monitor volcanic activity, and what makes some eruptions so much more destructive than others. Read about some of the most famous volcanic eruptions in history and their effects on the people and environment surrounding them."--

Explores volcanoes on the ground, under the sea, and in space, discussing their formation, eruptions, and lava and ash.

Despite growing evidence of geothermic activity under America's first and foremost national park, it took geologists a long time to realize that there was actually a volcano beneath Yellowstone. And then, why couldn't they find the caldera or crater? Because, as an aerial photograph finally revealed, the caldera is 45 miles wide, encompassing all of Yellowstone. What will happen, in human terms, when it erupts? Greg Breining explores the shocking...

A long-dormant volcano erupts, threatening the residents of a small town.

Text, illustrations, and hands-on activities present information about earthquakes and volcanoes, including notable examples in history.

Discusses how earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur and how they can be predicted.

"This fully illustrated, nonfiction book for middle readers focuses on earthquakes, how they happen and what you need to know."--